When Columbus first set foot in the new world, the Marksville Ceremonial Center was already 1,000 years old. Considered by professional archaeologists to be of unique national significance, the site is located adjacent to the town of Marksville on a bluff overlooking Old River. The Indians who inhabited this site 2,000 years ago were in a great location for a view over and access to the floodplain animals and fish. The main portion of the site is surrounded by a semi-circular earthwork. Theinterpretive center/museum is a spacious old building housing many displays and artifacts. There are also nature trails, picnic grounds and an outdoor classroom to make the visit memorable.
Location:
837 Martin Luther King Dr, Marksville Louisiana 71351
Telephone
318-253-8954 Toll Free: 888-253-8954
Other History nearby:
(Natchez) Auburn
(St Francisville) Centenary State Commemorative Area
(Natchez) Dunleith
(Natchitoches) Fort St. Jean Baptiste
(Natchitoches) Ft Jean Baptiste State Commemorative
(Natchez) House on Ellicott's Hill
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New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival New Orleans LA April25 The New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival, a/k/a Jazz Fest, is a 10-day cultural feast in which thousands of musicians, cooks and craftspeople welcome 500,000 visitors each year. There are two main components: the Louisiana Heritage Fair and the Ev ening Concert Series. The Lousiana Heritage Fair is the signature feature of the Festival, showcasing unforgettable music on 12 stages, delicious Louisiana cuisine in two large food areas, and crafts artisans from the region and around the world demonstrating and selling their work.
Breaux Bridge Crawfish Festival Breaux Bridge LA May3-5 The Breaux Bridge Crawfish Festival has become one of the largest gatherings of world famous Cajun, Zydeco and Swamp Pop musicians and plays host to over 30 bands on three stages during the three-day festival.
Louisiana Peach Fest Ruston LA June21-22 The fun begins on Friday in Ruston’s historic Railroad Park at 6:30 p.m. with Dixie Tradition, followed by a return festival appearance by Chubby Carrier and the Bayou Swamp Band at 8:30 p.m.
Le Festival de la Viande Boucanee Ville Platte LA June29-30 This festival, which translates into the "Smoked Meat Festival", has a World Championship Cookoff, culinary demos, Cajun smokehouse in action, and Cajun Heritage exhibitions. Thirty hours of non-stop music are also an attraction of the festival.
Cracklin Festival Port Barre LA November8 This festival is held in November in Port Barre. Four days of fun include family entertainment, Cajun and Country music, food, cooking contests, arts and crafts, and a parade.
Pepper Festival St Martinville LA September14-15 This annual festival, usually taking place on the third Sunday of October, celebrates the pepper industry in Louisiana. Benefits kids, and attractions include Cajun food, bands, and a Poker Run. One day only. Call or write for dates and times.
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